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Honor Mission – Waugh, Stratford, CT 12.15.2012

December 13, 2012 by

*** Honor Mission***

Frank Waugh

US Air Force, Vietnam Veteran,

Stratford, CT

SAT DEC 15th 1000hrs

Patriot Guard and associates,

Sadly we are called to stand for Frank Waugh, who served our country honorably in the U.S. Air Force in Vietnam, may he rest in peace.

We will stand a flag line at the funeral home during the calling hours (1000hrs-1200hrs), followed by a short service at noon, and then a Flag Line at the cemetery.

Sr. RCIC Jack Casey will be RCIC for this mission and have flags on site.

 

Staging

0945hrs (staging)

Saturday Dec 15th

Dennis and D’Arcy Funeral Home

2611 Main Street

Stratford, CT


Interment

Union Cemetery

23 Temple Court (1 minute from funeral home)

Stratford, CT

 

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders,

 

Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt

Patriot Guard Riders

Connecticut State Captain

www.ctpatriotguard.org

greggbarratt@gmail.com

203-921-8255

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Old Saybrook Stage Will Steal “A Piece Of Your Heart” January 17, 18, & 19.

December 13, 2012 by

Attend on your own event that is about Women in Vietnam that has received very postive reviews.

Old Saybrook Stage Will Steal “A Piece Of Your Heart”

 

The Saybrook Stage Company is delighted to be returning once again to the “Kate” with the production of “A

Piece of My Heart” which presents the true stories of six courageous women sent to Vietnam and their struggle to

make sense of a war that irrevocably changed them and a nation that shunned them. The play takes up a  subject largely

missing from the reams of material written about Vietnam, namely the women that served there;  seamlessly

interweaving the stories of the six principals. 

A Piece Of My Heart” will be performed live at The Kate in Old Saybrook, CT
– January 17th, 18th & 19th at 8pm and January 20th at 3pm

– Tickets: Adults $20 Vets & Students $15

(on a personal note, the Website Coordinator has attended a production of this play and it is incredible)

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Thank you from Ken Burrows

December 13, 2012 by

Gregg:

I’d like to take the opportunity to say “Thank You!” to all of the PGR members that were in attendance for my father’s funeral on Nov 15th, in Montville at the Woyasz & Son Funeral Home.  Being a PGR member, I’ve seen the impact the group on people when they see the flag line for the first time and what an impact it makes on the family & friends of the deceased.  It was no different for my family, everyone was very touched by their (PGR) presence both at the funeral home and at the Cemetery.  The escort from my parents home to the funeral home and to the cemetery is something I will not soon forget…especially since both my brother & I led the procession on our bikes.   I’m sure it made my father proud to be honored as he was that day. 

The other family members had not had the chance to experience the PGR’s presence before, and I believe they were all extremely impressed with the results.  I caught some flack from my sister when I mentioned that it was my wish to have the PGR show up, but she actually shook the hand of each of the members (then thanked me afterward), as did my brother-in-law & my wife when they saw me doing so.   My mother was also deeply moved (as we all were) when Kevin showed up at the house a few days later and presented her with a plaque from the PGR.

It was my dad’s wish to be buried in his Navy dress blues uniform.  When the uniform was removed from the closet to be cleaned, it was discovered that the tie was missing; and there was a mad scramble to find one (at such short notice).  When I left the funeral home (after making arrangements for the calling hours, memorial service, etc.) I headed to Groton and the home of the Sub Vet’s.  When I told the bartender (Tom) of our dilemma, he thought for a few minutes, then said he believed he had one at home & for me to return in the morning and pick it up.  When I arrived, Tom was not there but, when I told the woman behind the bar (Karen) my name, she immediately said, and I have a tie for you.  When she handed me a tie in a plastic bag, I thanked her and asked how much I owed Tom for the tie, her words were…”Nothing…your family is a part of our family; and we do what we can to help out our family whenever there is a need!”  I was at a loss for words but, I managed to get out “Thank you all very much!” and went on my way.

Ken Burrows, PGR member

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Operation Elf

December 13, 2012 by

From: Pauline <laphoenix@aol.com>
Subject: OP ELF

Operation Elf is only a few weeks away.  December 15.   We are in need of donations! 
 
Any finger-foods:   Cookies, brownies, cupcakes, fruit plates, chips/dips, vegetable plates (etc)
 
I am also putting together theme gift baskets for a chinese auction.   NO TICKETS TO PURCHASE… everyone (man, woman and child) will receive a certain amount of tickets to place in the basket of their choice. 
 
If you would like to put together a theme basket (doesn’t have to be elaborate) let me know; or if you would like to donate an item or two for a theme basket, let me know…
 
Suggested themes…  toys (one for boys one for girls); an infant basket, an entertainment basket, pamper yourself basket, and a ‘for your soldier’ (things to send to your soldier) basket.  Any other ideas please let me know.  
 
This is an event for families and children of deployed soldiers… lets give them a day to remember!
 
PLEASE:  put OP ELF in the subject line when emailing.   i may also be texted or called at 413-883-8833. 
Pauline Bragg.*
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*** Honor Mission*** Philip J. Mongillo Jr, Westbrook, CT. DEC 6th

December 3, 2012 by

*** Honor Mission***

Philip J. Mongillo Jr

US Navy, WWII

Westbrook, CT.

THUR DEC 6th 1200hrs

Patriot Guard and associates,

Note- this is one of two missions on the same day and about the same time with this one in Westbrook and the other in Moodus. Please choose the Mission that is best for you.

Sadly we are called to stand for Philip J. Mongillo Jr, who served our country honorably as a Pharmacists Mate Second Class, US Navy during WWII, may he rest in peace.

Mr. Mongillo was the recipient of the American Theater medal, Asiatic Pacific medal 1 star, Victory medal, Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon-1 star and the Purple Heart. He was also a survivor of Iwo Jima.

We will stage a Flag Line at the church and cemetery for this hero.

Sr. RC Jack Casey will be RCIC and have flags on site.

Staging

1030hrs (staging)

Thursday December 6th

St MarksChurch

222 McVeagh Road

Westbrook, CT

Interment

St PetersCemetery

219 New Haven Avenue

Derby, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders!

Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt

Patriot Guard Riders

ConnecticutState Captain

www.ctpatriotguard.org

greggbarratt@gmail.com

203-921-8255

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*** Honor Mission***Maus 12/6/2012, Moodus, CT

December 3, 2012 by

*** Honor Mission***

Daniel Maus

US Army, Korean War Era

Moodus, CT.

THUR DEC 6th 1100hrs

Patriot Guard and associates,

Of note- this is one of two missions on the same day and about same time with this one in Moodus and the other in Westbook. Please attend the Mission that is best for you.

Sadly we are called to stand for Daniel Maus, who served our country honorably in the US Army during the Korean War Era, may he rest in peace.

We will stage a Flag Line at the church and cemetery for this hero.

Flag/Ride Captain Don Camden will be RCIC and have flags on site.

Staging

1015hrs (staging)

Thursday December 6th

St Bridget Church

75 Moodus-Leesville Road

Moodus, CT

 

Interment

St Bridget Cemetery

Across the street from church

Moodus, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders!

Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt

Patriot Guard Riders

ConnecticutState Captain

www.ctpatriotguard.org

greggbarratt@gmail.com

203-921-8255

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Military Appreciation Night, 12/1/2012 Bridgeport Sound Tigers Hockey Team

November 26, 2012 by

Military Appreciation Night: Bridgeport Sound Tigers Hockey Team. Harbor Yard Arena, Bridgeport, December 1st at 1900hrs. A portion of every ticket sold  will go to Patriot Guard Riders of CT

The organizers of this Military Appreciation night have invited all PGR members to attend this special hockey game at a discounted ticket rate, stand and be recognized during the game, provide us a spot to set up our PGR table and $5.00 of every ticket sold will go to PGR. Possibility of standing a Flag Line at the National Anthem,  waiting on confirmation. Players will be wearing camo jerseys and a great many Veterans will be in attendance.

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Honor Mission – Camp, 11/30/2012, Meriden, CT

November 26, 2012 by

*** Honor Mission***

Edward Charles Camp

US Army, Vietnam Veteran

Meriden, CT.

NOV 30th 0900hrs

Patriot Guard and associates,

Sadly we are called to stand for Edward Charles Camp, who served our country honorably in the US Army in Vietnam, may he rest in peace. 

 We will stage a Flag Line at the church and cemetery for this hero.

 Sr. RC Jack Casey will be RCIC and have flags on site.

Staging

0845hrs (staging)

Friday November 30th

First Baptist Church

460 Broad Street

Meriden, CT

Interment

Walnut Grove Cemetery

817 Old North Colony Road

Meriden, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders!

Gregg
Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt
Patriot Guard Riders
Connecticut State Captain
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New Ride Captain Announcement

November 26, 2012 by

Congratulations to Don Camden as he is now a Ride Captain in addition to his elite status as Flag Captain.

Gregg “Flag 7″ Barratt
Patriot Guard Riders
Connecticut State Captain
203-921-825
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Untying Yellow Ribbon Event – 12/1/2012, Marlborough, CT

November 26, 2012 by
Untying Yellow Ribbon Event
SSgt Amy Chesky Hall, US Army
Sat 12/1/2012  at 1100hrs
Marlborough, CT
at the center near Town Hall,
area of 26 North Main Street
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